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The India vs New Zealand caravan now moves to the coastal city of Visakhapatnam for the 4th T20I, with the series already decided but plenty still to play for. India, having sealed the series 3-0 with a dominant victory in Guwahati, will look to test its bench strength and inch closer to a clean sweep.

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For New Zealand, it is a battle for pride. After creating history with their ODI series win, the Black Caps have struggled to find their footing in the shortest format. With the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 around the corner, both teams will treat this as another crucial opportunity to fine-tune their strategies.

Key Players to Watch - India

Abhishek Sharma: The southpaw is in the form of his life, fresh off a blistering 14-ball fifty in the previous game. His ability to take the attack to the opposition from ball one makes him the most dangerous asset in India’s top order.

Suryakumar Yadav: The Indian skipper seems to have found his mojo back. With consecutive half-centuries under his belt, SKY will be keen to continue his dominance and lead by example as the team eyes a 5-0 whitewash.

Ravi Bishnoi: The young leg-spinner was impressive in Guwahati, breaking crucial partnerships. On a Vizag surface that might offer some grip later in the game, his role in the middle overs will be vital.

Expected Playing XI - India

Sanju Samson (WK), Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav (C), Shreyas Iyer, Rinku Singh, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Ravi Bishnoi, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh.

Key Players to Watch - New Zealand

Glenn Phillips: He has been the lone warrior for the Kiwis with the bat, showing intent and fight when others have crumbled. New Zealand will need him to convert his starts into a match-winning knock.

Mitchell Santner: The skipper has had a quiet series so far. Santner will be desperate to make an impact with both bat and ball to lift the morale of his side and avoid a fourth straight defeat.

Mark Chapman: Often the man for a crisis, Chapman showed glimpses of form in the last game. His partnership with Phillips in the middle order could be the key to posting a challenging total.

Expected Playing XI - New Zealand

Devon Conway, Tim Seifert (WK), Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner (C), Kyle Jamieson, Ish Sodhi, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy.

Match Details: India vs New Zealand, 4th T20I

Date: Tomorrow

Time: 7:00 PM IST

Venue: Dr Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam

Pitch Report

The pitch in Visakhapatnam is traditionally a batting paradise, known for its true bounce and high-scoring games. However, spinners might find some assistance as the game progresses. With dew likely to play a role in the second innings, the captain winning the toss will likely look to bowl first.

Weather Forecast

Conditions in Visakhapatnam are expected to be ideal for cricket. Clear skies are forecast with temperatures hovering around 24°C. There is no threat of rain, ensuring fans can expect a full contest without interruptions.

Streaming Details

Live Streaming: JioHotstar

TV Telecast: Star Sports Network